Courtesy of his sensible efficiency within the Indian Premier League and within the home circuit, Rajat Patidar has been known as as much as the nationwide squad for the primary first time in his profession. Despite the fact that he’s more likely to make his ODI debut, the 29-year-old has revealed how nervous he was earlier than speaking to Shikhar Dhawan, India’s captain for the South Africa collection.
The suitable-handed batter, nevertheless, revealed that the captain got here and talked to him and likewise appreciated his performances to date.
“That is the primary time I’m assembly Shikhar Dhawan and shall be taking part in below his management. I hesitated to talk to him however he solely got here to me and appreciated my efficiency,” stated Rajat Patidar earlier than the primary recreation at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
The cricketer has additionally recalled his time assembly the previous India captain Virat Kohli and the legendary AB De Villiers for the primary time within the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) camp. He additionally talked about how the duo impressed him and boosted his confidence.
“Virat Kohli and ABD are the stalwarts of worldwide cricket. I had no concept what to speak about with these guys. However they solely got here first and had a phrase with me… an amazing second for me. That spiked my confidence ranges. I bought to be taught loads from them,” Patidar stated.
I believe I’ve the power to play all three codecs: Patidar
Taking part in for RCB, Patidar’s century in opposition to the Lucknow Tremendous Giants (LSG) in IPL 2022 was one of the vital memorable knocks within the historical past of the IPL. Together with his 49-ball century, the 29-year-old turned the quickest centurion amongst uncapped gamers. His efficiency within the revent Ranji trophy was sensible as effectively. Patidar was part of the Madhya Pradesh group that gained the Ranji Trophy. He chipped in with some instrumental performances that helped his facet win the silverware.
“The IPL knock has given me loads of confidence. However I believe, there’s a large distinction between white-ball and red-ball cricket. However I believe, I’ve the power to play all three codecs. So, I simply attempt to give attention to the method of pink and white-ball codecs otherwise. I don’t have any private objectives. I simply need to keep within the current and play in response to the state of affairs. I do solely what I can management,” stated Patidar earlier than India’s conflict in opposition to South Africa.
